Preparing Your Home For Sale
OUTSIDE:
- A potential buyers first impression is important - make sure the front door is clean and appealing in appearance. Apply a fresh coat of paint if needed.
- Cut and edge lawn. Trim all shrubbery and remove low lying tree limbs. Add color to walkways and porches with seasonal plants.
- Replace downed shutters, gutters and downspouts. Paint any trim that is peeling. Replace all torn screens.
- Clean up grease or oil spots from the driveway. Clean patios and decks of all clutter. Consider painting or power washing the deck to make it look new again.
- In winter, be sure snow and ice are removed from walkways.
INSIDE:
- If needed, paint interior with neutral colors
- Polish floors and have carpets cleaned.
- Make your kitchen shine. Remove any small appliances from kitchen counters to expose maximum counter space.
- Fix any dripping faucets. A drippy faucet may suggest faulty plumbing. Replace old caulking around the bathtubs.
- Clean out closets. Neat, well-organized closets give the appearance of being larger and spacious.
- Dark, dull basements look much brighter and cleaner with a fresh coat of paint on the walls and floor.
- Clean garage of all unnecessary items.
- Replace any burned out light bulbs.
- Remove the clutter (excess furniture and knickknacks) to create a more spacious feel. Renting a storage unit may be the answer.
